MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
MONTEREY NUTRIENT BUFFER 10-12-0 ZNP Page 1 of 4 Issue Date: 01/06
SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Chemical Product
MONTEREY NUTRIENT BUFFER 10-12-0 ZNP
Common Name: Liquid foliar fertilizer.
TSCA/CAS No.: This product is a mixture 鈥? there is no specific CAS number.
Manufactured For
Monterey AgResources
P. O. Box 35000
Fresno, CA 93745-5000
Emergency Phone Numbers
Emergency Telephone: DAYS: (559) 499-2100 EVES: (559) 994-9144
CHEMTREC (24-Hour Emergency Number): (800) 424-9300
EPA National Response Center: (800) 424-8802
SECTION 2. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL CAS NO. % TLV OR PEL RQ (lbs)
Phosphoric acid 7664-38-2 15.7 N.A.* 5,000
Zinc sulfate 7733-02-0 5.0 N.A. 1,000
POE Nonylphenol 26027-38-3 2.0 N.A. *N.P.
* N.A. - Not Available.
* N.P. - Not Pertinent.
SECTION 3. EMERGENCY/HAZARDS OVERVIEW
Clear, amber liquid with slightly soapy/phosphoric acid-like odor. Severe eye irritant. Avoid
mixing with strong acids, bases or oxidizers. Not D.O.T. regulated.
HEALTH: 2 REACTIVITY: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 0 ENVIRONMENT: 1
(0=Insignificant 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=High 4=Extreme)
SECTION 4. FIRST AID
Eyes: Flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Do not rub eyes. Get
immediate medical attention.
Skin: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash
before reuse. See a physician if skin becomes irritated.
Ingestion: If conscious and alert, drink water or milk to dilute. Do not induce vomiting unless
so advised by a physician or Poison Control Center. Call a physician or Poison
Control Center immediately.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, call a physician.
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SECTION 5. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Flash Point: >200潞F.
Test Method: ASTM-D93
LEL Flammable Limits: Not pertinent.
UEL Flammable Limits: Not pertinent.
Autoignition Temperature: Not pertinent.
Flammability Classification: Noncombustible.
Known Hazardous Products of Combustion: None.
Properties that Initiate/Contribute to Intensity of Fire: None.
Potential For Dust Explosion: None.
Reactions that Release Flammable Gases or Vapors: Not known.
Potential For Release of Flammable Vapors: None.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None.
Extinguishing Media: Does not burn.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Wear positive pressure, self-contained
breathing apparatus and goggles. Avoid
smoke inhalation. Contain any liquid
runoff.
SECTION 6. SPILLS AND LEAKS
Containment: Prevent product spillage from entering drinking water supplies or streams.
Clean Up: Collect liquid or absorb onto absorbent material and package for disposal.
Evacuation: Not necessary.
SECTION 7. STORAGE AND HANDLING
Storage: Store in plastic or stainless steel container in a cool, well-ventilated,
dry place at temperatures above 40潞F. Do not store near food or
feeds. Do not stack pallets more than two (2) high.
Transfer Equipment: Transfer product using chemical-resistant plastic or stainless steel
tanks, pumps, valves, etc.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and
clothing. Avoid inhalation of spray mists. Wash thoroughly with water
after handling.
SECTION 8. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Eyes: Chemical dust/splash goggles or full-face shield to prevent eye contact. As a
general rule, do not wear contact lenses when handling.
Skin: Impervious gloves and clothes.
Respiratory: Not normally needed. If use generates an aerosol mist or respiratory irritation, use
NIOSH-approved dust/mist respirator (such as 3M #8710).
Ventilation: Recommended but no TLV established.
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SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA
Appearance: Clear amber liquid.
Odor: Slightly soapy/phosphoric acid-like.
pH: <1.5
Vapor Pressure: 0.25 (psi)
Vapor Density (Air=1): >1.0
Boiling Point: 100潞C (212潞F)
Freezing Point: Not available.
Water Solubility: Miscible.
Density: 10.3-10.8 lbs./gal.
Evaporation Rate: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
% Volatile: Not available.
Octanol/Water Partition Coefficient: Not available.
Saturated Vapor Concentration: Not available.
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.
Conditions To Avoid: Avoid mixing with strong acids, bases or oxidizers.
Incompatibility: Not available.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION 11. POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Acute Effects:
Eyes: Severe irritant. Causes redness and burning.
Skin: Irritant, especially from prolonged exposure. Causes redness, drying and
cracking.
Ingestion: May cause stomach cramps and/or nausea.
Inhalation: None expected but aerosol mist may cause mild irritation of nasal mucous
membranes.
Subchronic Effects: None known.
Chronic Effects: None known.
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Algal/Lemna Growth Inhibition: Not known.
Toxicity to Fish and Invertebrates: Not known.
Toxicity to Plants: Not known.
Toxicity in Birds: Not known.
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SECTION 13. DISPOSAL
Do not contaminate lakes, streams, ponds, estuaries, oceans or other waters by discharge of
waste effluents or equipment washwaters. Dispose of waste effluents according to state and local
regulations. Also, chemical additions or other alterations of this product may invalidate any
disposal information in this MSDS. Therefore, consult local waste regulators for proper disposal.
Do not discharge.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORTATION
D.O.T.: Not D.O.T. Regulated.
Other Shipping Description: Fertilizing Compounds (Manufactured), Liquid.
NMFC Item 68140 Sub 6, LTL Class 70
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CERCLA: Zinc sulfate is listed as a priority pollutant under the Clean Water Act and, as such, falls
under the CERCLA spill reporting requirements of 40 CFR 302.
SARA TITLE III, Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: Phosphoric acid (10.4%), Zinc compounds (5.0%).
PROPOSITION 65 (CA): ATTENTION: This product contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SECTION 16. OTHER
While the information contained herein is based on data considered accurate and was compiled to
comply with the Federal Hazard Communication Standard and the California Hazardous
Substances Information and Training Act, it is provided for guidance only. Monterey AgResources
does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness. Health and safety precautions in this data sheet
may not be adequate for all individuals and/or situations. It is the user鈥檚 obligation to evaluate
and use this product safely and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations; in so doing,
user assumes all risk in use of the material. The information contained herein is not to be taken
as a warranty or representation for which Monterey AgResources assumes legal responsibility.
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